1. In this episode of Preaching the Text, Steve Paulson and John Hoyum discuss Matthew's account of the slaughter of infant boys by Herod at Bethlehem, along with the flight of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus to Egypt.
  2. Today we learn of the mystery of Christ become flesh. Our normal inclination is to think of God beyond our comprehension in holy majesty – too far above for us to imagine.
  3. On this episode of preaching the text we study Matthew's story of Christ's conception and birth.
  4. Today we talk about John's imprisonment and his doubts about Christ as the messiah.
  5. Kelsi chats with acclaimed hip hop and rap artist, Flame, about why he has found a home in the doctrines and beliefs of Lutheranism.
  6. Today, we talk about the first encounter of Jesus with John the Baptist.
  7. The first episode of Preaching the Text introduces the hosts, Dr. Steven Paulson and Pr. John Hoyum, as they start this new study of the Sunday lectionary texts.
  8. We continue on the 2nd article of the Apostle's Creed, we talk about how Jesus was from eternity--from before in incarnation.